Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Jones Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Maryland for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 27%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Maryland state average of 45%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is equal to the Maryland state level of 14:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Maryland state average of 69% (majority Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in MD
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Jones Elementary serves the northeast part of Severna Park, MD, covering an area of approximately 3 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edges of the zone located about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Jones Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Jones Elementary School's student population of 334 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Jones Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 1,338 schools in Maryland (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Jones Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.74. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#136 out of 1338 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
27%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
45%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
36%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
14:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
7%
Hispanic
8%
24%
Black
7%
32%
White
70%
31%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
32.4%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
46%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
5%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), MD Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jones Elementary School's ranking?
Jones Elementary School is ranked #136 out of 1,338 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Maryland.
What schools are Jones Elementary School often compared to?
Jones Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Folger Mckinsey Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 27% MD state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 45% MD state average).
How many students attend Jones Elementary School?
334 students attend Jones Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Jones Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jones Elementary School?
Jones Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is equal to the Maryland state average of 14:1.
What grades does Jones Elementary School offer ?
Jones Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jones Elementary School part of?
Jones Elementary School is part of Anne Arundel County School District.
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